Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee
About The Position
The Restaurant Leader (Manager) Trainee leads In-Store Quick Serve Restaurant operations in a fast-paced retail environment. The role oversees daily fresh food service, maintains health and safety compliance, and works to provide an exceptional customer experience. It also supports sales growth and profitability through food-program management, financial analysis, cost control, and merchandising. The position manages inventory and vendor relationships, develops team members through recruiting and coaching, and oversees food preparation, quality standards, and equipment maintenance. It also includes scheduling, providing operational coverage when needed, and responding to safety incidents and other operational challenges.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of food service, QSR, or casual fast-food preparation leadership experience.
- Obtain and maintain locally required safe food handling certification.
- Strong leadership skills and a track record of developing team members and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Ability to use P&L statements and restaurant reports to identify opportunities and drive positive change.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage customers, coach employees, and work with vendors.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and point-of-sale systems.
- Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily fresh food service operations while ensuring compliance with health standards, company policies, and safety regulations.
- Manage food programs, analyze financial data, control costs, and implement merchandising strategies to drive sales growth and profitability.
- Manage inventory and vendor relationships, maintaining in-stock efficiency for top-selling items and accurate order fulfillment.
- Recruit, coach, and develop team members while fostering a high-performing and appreciative team culture.
- Oversee food preparation, quality standards, and equipment maintenance.
- Create and manage work schedules, provide coverage as needed, and respond to safety incidents or operational challenges.
Benefits
- Professional development in a supportive environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
